About

Dr. Richard Garnett is a results-oriented Data Scientist who translates deep expertise in machine learning and computer vision into tangible business value. With a PhD foundation in applying advanced ML techniques to complex data challenges, Dr. Garnett excels at developing and implementing data-driven strategies that solve critical operational problems.
As Director of Data Science at the Nuclear Innovation Institute, Dr. Garnett demonstrated leadership by spearheading complex projects. His initiatives, including computer vision for occupancy mapping and ML for fault detection in hazardous environments, significantly enhanced operational safety and efficiency. Furthermore, his work revolutionized core processes like financial reporting and predictive maintenance, delivering substantial value to stakeholders.
Dr. Garnett possesses broad technical proficiency across key technologies (Python, R, C++, TensorFlow, PyTorch) and cloud platforms (Azure, Google Cloud). He leverages this expertise to architect and deploy scalable, innovative solutions tailored to meet specific client objectives and drive competitive advantage.
Beyond technical execution, Dr. Garnett is committed to building capacity and fostering collaboration. His experience mentoring graduate students and leading teams underscores his ability to cultivate talent and guide complex projects to successful completion.
Dr. Garnett combines technical excellence with an impact oriented mindset, partnering with organizations to tackle their most pressing challenges through robust, data-driven insights. He is adept at optimizing processes, developing bespoke models, and guiding data transformations that yield impactful, sustainable results.